…Donates $300,000 for maintenance of cancer treatment machine
The NNPC/Renaissance Joint Venture (JV) has donated $300,000 (Three Hundred Thousand US Dollars) to the National Hospital, Abuja, to support the maintenance of its advanced Linear Accelerator (LINAC) Radiotherapy Machine, a key facility for cancer treatment in Nigeria.
Sustaining Lifesaving Technology
In a statement, NNPCL Chief Corporate Communications Officer, Mr. Andy Odeh disclosed that the LINAC machine was originally donated by the JV in 2019 as part of its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR).
It was stated that the initiative was aimed at strengthening Nigeria’s cancer care ecosystem. The project also included the provision of data and ancillary systems, as well as the training of medical professionals to operate the high-precision equipment.
Speaking during a presentation ceremony at the office of the Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, the Chief Upstream Investment Officer of NNPC Upstream Investment Management Services (NUIMS), Engr. Oluwaseyi Omotowa, outlined the impact of the intervention.
“Since installation, the LINAC machine has facilitated treatment for over 2,000 patients, reduced treatment costs by 80%, shortened therapy sessions from 12 minutes to 2 minutes, and provided subsidised care for 712 indigent patients,” Omotowa said, represented by Nkechi Anaedobe, Head of Business Services, NNPC-NUIMS.
He explained that the latest donation would ensure timely maintenance, minimal downtime, compliance with international standards, and precise calibration — all vital to maintaining the efficiency and safety of radiotherapy treatment.
“As we move forward, the JV will continue to forge partnerships that not only address immediate healthcare needs but also build a robust foundation for future medical advancements,” he added.
“Together, we are not just treating illnesses; we are fostering a healthier, more resilient nation.”
Government Commends Initiative
The Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Dr. Muhammed Ali Pate, lauded the NNPC/Renaissance JV for its continued support, describing the gesture as “worthy of emulation” by other corporate entities.
“This intervention aligns perfectly with broader government efforts to revamp critical infrastructure and improve healthcare quality for Nigerians,” Dr. Pate noted.
“Quality healthcare comes at a cost, and with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s renewed focus on health sector investment, partnerships like this significantly strengthen the cause.”
A Lifeline for Cancer Patients
The Chief Medical Director of the National Hospital, Dr. Muhammad Raji Mahmud, described the support as a lifeline of hope for thousands of cancer patients who depend on the hospital’s services each year.
“At the National Hospital Cancer Centre, we treat thousands of patients annually, and the impact of NNPC and Renaissance’s backing has been profound. It has strengthened local cancer care, reduced medical tourism, and enhanced our national capacity to treat cancer effectively,” Mahmud said.
Strategic Investment in Healthcare
Also speaking, the Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of Renaissance Africa Energy Company, Mr. Tony Attah, reaffirmed the company’s commitment to sustainable healthcare and medical innovation.
“This is not charity. It is a strategic investment in the well-being of Nigerians, in the resilience of our health systems, and in the shared future we all strive to build,” Attah emphasized.
“When people are healthy, they contribute meaningfully to their families, communities, and the nation.”
About the NNPC/Renaissance JV
The NNPC/Renaissance Joint Venture is a partnership between the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd.) and Renaissance Africa Energy Company, focused on responsible energy development and impactful corporate social investments in key areas such as healthcare, education, and environmental sustainability.
